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Photographer: LeeAnna Nation

Volume 6 Issue 4

April 2026

Photo by Jesus Leyva

Abbey Boys Showcase Their Talent During Roar Half Time Entertainment!

Photos by Gary Snow

Pictured above are the MHA Tourism dancers; Nizhoni Yazzie, Brady Wollschlager,

Ahsini Abbey, AJ Abbey, Reese Coffey and Brylynn Wollschlarger. Not pictured Reese

Coffey.

These dancers had the opportunity to showcase their dance style for the half

time entertainment for the first pro basketball Four Bears Roar home game,

that took place at the Four Bears Casino Event Center. In the photos to your

right on the top is grass dancer Ahsini Abbey. The picture at the bottom is

traditional dancer Flint Abbey. Their older brother Aron Abbey Jr., a

traditional dancer is pictured in the group photo. The Abbey boys are known

through out Indian country in the pow wow circuit. Proud parents are Aron

and Hailey Abbey from the West Segment Community.

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Councilwoman Turner-Lone Fight Update

community On another note

Greetings

members, relatives and members of the

friends. Before I start on TBC took the time

this update first and to recognize our

foremost, I would like to young

tribal

send my condolences to members

who

the family and relatives were very active

of Martha Bird Bear and in cross country. I

the family and relatives was

of

“Chauncey” and honored to

Emery

Good Bird

Lincoln

relatives.

very proud

and Patty stand

family

and Morgan

with

Fettig,

Last month we lost Martha, one of our last pictured to your

prominent elders, the newspaper had already gone out. So right with Chairman. Morgan is a sophomore at our high

we have her obituary posted as well. Our sympathies goes school here in Mandaree. He was recognized for his

out to the other families from other segments as well. We exceptional achievement of making the 2025 NDHS Class

have had a lot of sadness on our reservation. We all need B All State Cross Country team by placing amongst the top

prayers.

At the end of March we had some snow on the ground it was

enough for us to see. Now we are in April and I sure hope we

can honestly say Spring is here!

As we move onward I would like to congratulate the MHA

Lady Warriors who won the All West Native American Classic

Championship in the Silver. Games. Gold Crown Foundation

that took place in Lakewood, Colorado. So proud of these kids

they did their own fundraisers and the tribe and others also

helped them with funding.

I am excited for all the elders they haven’t been on a trip for

the past two years. In those two years we took them to the

same place, which was Deadwood, South Dakota. This time we

runners. On behalf of our West Segment community we

say congratulations to Morgan on this achievement. Also,

congratulations to the Mandaree School senior class, who

were awarded financial sponsorship for their upcoming

senior trip to Orlando, Florida at the tribal business

council meeting held at the MHA headquarters.

We also had our community Easter with loads of activities

for the kids and a meal as well. The remodeling of

HayDraw is almost complete. We will post that on our

facebook page West Segment Community and Events.

Any elders who want their gardens tilled look on page 13

of our newspaper and put our request in. This is all I have

for now.

are going to Black Hawk in Colorado. We chartered a bus so Thank you for being a good reader

most of the elders will be on the chartered bus. We are all

looking forward to having a good time in a different place.

Councilwoman Gladys Sherry Turner-Lone Fight

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Around West Segment

Photo Barlett & West

Small fire started burning by the new Water Tower

Barlett & West is the design engineer who does

daily construction inspections.

In this photo the smoke is smoldering in the air as fire fighters stand by.

According the Mandaree Fire Department they still had open construction

on this tank, and they were welding on top.

The new Mandaree elevated tank will be an

additional 500,000 gallons of capacity that will

be available to the community and rural

Mandaree,

The completed elevated tank stands 205’ tall.

This elevated tank is

located

right

in

Mandaree not far from

the

Rural

Water

building. There are

homes all the way

around it.

In this photo you can You can see the fire truck on the left side of the hill. The fire truck was on

see the top of the aerial. stand by because the fire was still burning closely on the ground. You can

see how close this fire was to homes in our community.

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West Segment News April 2026

Do Drop Inn

A modest grand opening was held for the Do Drop Inn which

is located beside the Little Hunny’s Daycare center right in

the West Segment community. Pictured above is Brenda

Hale who will assist elders in crafts and other items that our

elders would be interested in doing. Brenda’s hours with the

elders will be from 10:00am to 2:00pm. Monday through

Friday.

Dillion Fox is also one of the employee’s at the Do Drop Inn

he will be available. Dillion will be on hand for anyone he

plans on having drum making classes and he will be offering

singing practices classes for those who want to learn how to

sing at the drum. These classes are open to all age groups.

The time for cultural services will be from 4:00pm to

8:00pm Monday through Friday.

So if you are an elder that has nothing to do during the day

and you want to do a craft or to see what services are

offered stop by the Do Drop Inn and see Brenda Hale and

she will gladly assist you.

Here is the phone number for the Do Drop Inn and if you

would like to speak with Dillion Fox, for cultural services

you can call either for Brenda or Dillion at 759-3029.

West S egment New s April 2026

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MHA Lady Warrior All West Native American Classic Champions!

Written by LeeAnna Nation

Congratulations to these MHA

Lady Warriors your All West

Native

American

Classic

Champions in the Silver!!

Total of thirty-eight girls teams

entered and they went all the

way to the championship to

win it with some exciting and

fun games over the four days

with a record of 5-2!

Super proud of these girls they

worked so hard to come out on

top and I couldn’t be more

proud of them and Coach Tifa!

Thank you to the West Segment families, Baker Energy Services, and MHA

Nation TBC who supported these girls as they raised funds to get to this

legendary tournament! Also a big shout out to our girls Kaycee Jo Heavy Gun,

Charleigh Driver and Cora Mann who were all selected to the All Star Teams!

Miss Cora was selected as the Silver Bracket MVP!!

More photos on next page.

Proud parents LeeAnna and Frank stand

beside their daughter Cora Mann with

her trophies that she won.

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MHA Lady Warrior All West Native American Classic Champions!

Lady Warriors Senior Aireis Draper, daughter

of April and Dillon Fox takes a photo with the

championship trophy. This was a first time for

Aireis experiencing the 41st Annual All West

Native American basketball tournament.

Mann sisters Cora and Natie celebrate the

win by taking a photo with the championship

trophy, jackets and backpacks after winning

46-44 against the Salish Kootenai team.

The team consisted of four seniors who will graduate this spring.

Pictured here us Kota Stiffarm, Aireis Draper Natie Mann and Kacey

Jo Heavy Gun from Parshall Lady Braves who took the opportunity

to play with the Lady Warriors during this years classic.

Pictured here is 2026 the All Star Team centered third from the left is

Kacey Jo Heavy Gun and to the right of her is Charleigh Driver.

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Tribal Member Hale Introduces The 2026 Vision Board To West Segment Employees

Tr ibal

member

Faith Hale,

f r o m

Mandaree

was

on

h a n d

today

to

present

Visions to

the

West

S e g m e n t L-R: Rhonda, Dorthy, Darren, Benner, in the back Robin and Anthony

employes.

Jodi, Lovina, Yvonne, and Missy and sitting on the floor is Rosie.

F a i t h Everyone completed their own vision boards using the clip art book that

shared a was there for us to use. Some shared what they had on their vision

boards and we all gathered for this group picture to show our vision

number of

boards, along with the employees who participated. Everyone got to

topics for take their vision boards home. This vision board event was awesome, I

us to think about and she did a great job getting us to think. She learned a lot, great hands on activity. Faith did an excellent job keeping

talked about leading with Vision which consisted of our atmosphere, us all very busy and thinking! We are thankful to Faith for her time and

sharing her knowledge!

presence, comfort, kindness and generosity. Also that vision is

gratitude which helps build trust, belief and leave us open to receive.

Faith shared a lot

of

information

with

the

employees.

We

were

given

a

2026

Vis ion

Board

clip

art

book that had a

lot of amazing

things of artwork

in

representing

healing,

career

growth,

dream

big and goals.

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Lots to do At The Zihx Ahdish Mandaree Jump House

The jump house offers more than just jumping.

They now have a number of other games for

the kids to enjoy. Basketball shooting, foosh

ball, air hocky, pool, ping pong and putter ball

as you can see in these pictures.

Basketball shooting is available.

If you would like to reserve the jump house for

your next private party. You can contact Echo

Claymore at 701-421-4689. The cost is

$300.00 for your private party and to enjoy all

that the jump house has to offer!

Foosh ball is another game for kids

to enjoy.

West S egment New s April 2026

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MHA DOT Motor Carriers Conducting Compliance Checks In West Segment

Photos by MHA Dot

DUE TO NEW SOFTWARE UPDATES, THE MHA

NATION PLATE FEES HAVE INCREASED!

ENROLLED MEMBERS WHO LIVE OFF THE FBIR

WILL HAVE TO CONFIRM A PHYSICAL ADDRESS

WITH MHA DOT BEFORE RENEWING LICENSE

PLATES!

Hours of Operation:

Monday-Friday: 8:30am to 4:00pm

Closed for Lunch 12:00p to 1:00pm

NO NEW APPLICANTS ON FRIDAYS:

Tags can be picked up from the Dropbox in the lobby of the TERO

building.

Accepted Payments:

MHA DOT only accepts Visa, American Express or MasterCard. No

Cash. Thank you for your cooperation. Company uses Convenient

Payments (CP) to process payments. CP charges the following fees:

VISA/MC/Disc: Under $60=$3+$0.15

VISA/MD/DISC Over $60.01=3%+0.15

AMEX=$1.50 + 3.5%

Cashiers Checks or Money Orders=No Fee

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West Segment Hosts Elbowoods Health Care & Insurance Fair

Mandaree hosted a Health Care & Insurance Fair at the Water Chief Hall. All

tribally enrolled members were encouraged to attend. There were representatives

from the MHA Tribal Insurance where individuals could explore available insurance

options. Doctor Mortenson, Chiropractor was also available. There were a number

of booths for all community members to look into and people were available to

answer any questions community members had.

On the top right speaking is David Emmon, FNP (Field Nurse Practioner) APRN for

Mandaree Clinic and looking on is Dr. Anita Martin, MD, FAAP Chief Medical Officer

at the Elbowoods Health Center in New Town. Pictured to your right is

Councilwoman Gladys Sherry Turner-Lone Fight with Dr. Anita Martin as they enjoy

a meal. You can see other community members who came to learn about their

health insurance, and share a meal.

West S egment New s April 2026

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West Segment Hosts Elbowoods Health Care & Insurance Fair

This booth offered free unbiased help with health

insurance enrollment.

These ladies were all smiles this booth offered patient

services.

All booths were available to answer any questions community members

had. The booth above was for managed care. All booths had

information of what they offered to the community and some gave away

some fun health items for community members who came. The booth

below offered information about purchased and referral care, in which

many community members have questions on. It was your time to come

in and gather all this given information. It was a great opportunity for

community members to come in and educate themselves on health

care and health care insurance. It was for sure a full day for community

members who came and learned more about health care & insurance.

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For Your Information

In the photo to your left is the

Mandaree Warriors Team 2 at the

All

West

Native

American

Basketball Classic.

At the bottom of this page you

will see the NHSC Summer

Education

Courses

available

starting on May 26-July 1st.

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West Segment Facilities Department

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From District 4A Representative Lisa DeVille

Indigenous history is not up for an abstract policy debate:

As an Indigenous woman and a

state representative from Mandaree, I

was raised to understand that land

carries memory. The hills, rivers, and

plains of this region hold the stories of

our ancestors. That is why I am

troubled by the recent secretarial

order issued by Doug Burgum, which

has led to the removal and alteration

of historical interpretation across our

national parks. Our national parks are

classrooms, cultural sites, and living

archives of our country’s full history.

Agencies like the National Park Service, operating under the United

States Department of the Interior, have spent decades working to tell a

more complete story of America, one that includes Indigenous nations,

the dispossession of Native lands, and the resilience of our people. This

new directive undermines that progress. Reports from parks across the

country show that exhibits and educational materials discussing

Indigenous history, colonial violence, and the experiences of Native

communities are being quietly removed or rewritten. These decisions are

being made behind closed doors, without consultation with tribal nations

whose histories are directly affected. Indigenous history is not up for an

abstract policy debate. Our stories are allowed to exist in public spaces.

Our history is the history of this country. My own community has lived

on this land for generations. Our elders fought to ensure that places like

Theodore Roosevelt National Park acknowledge that the lands visitors

admire today were once home to the first people that dwelled these

lands. Those acknowledgments are about accepting truth. And erasing

that truth does not unify us. It diminishes us. History is complex. It

includes triumph and tragedy, innovation and injustice. Pretending

otherwise does not make our country stronger; it makes our public

i n s t i t u t i o n s

l e s s

h o n e s t .

National parks should be places where Americans confront the full

scope of our shared past, not places where uncomfortable chapters are

quietly edited away. As an elected leader I believe we owe the truth to

our future generations. We should be expanding Indigenous voices in the

interpretation of our public lands, not erasing them.

Secretary Burgum should reverse this order and engage directly with

tribal nations, historians, and park staff. Our national parks belong to all

Americans, and their history must reflect the truth of this land and the

people who have always called it home. We cannot protect what we

refuse to remember. I call on former Governor Burgum to reverse course

and preserve history at our National Parks.

A second District Judge has

now voided the permits for a

major carbon‑storage

project.

That alone should make

every North Dakotan stop

and pay attention.

The judge ruled that parts of

the permitting law for

Summit Carbon Solutions, which was approved by the North Dakota

Industrial Commission, were unconstitutional. That raises serious

questions about how these decisions are being made and whom the

Industrial Commission is really serving. The Industrial Commission

is made up of Agriculture Commissioner Doug Goehring, the

Governor, and the Attorney General.

And here’s the heart of it:

These permits would have forced landowners into a project they

never agreed to, storing CO₂ under their land against their will.

For those of us raised on rural values, that cuts deep.

Private property. Consent. Fairness. Respect.

Those aren’t political talking points – they’re the way we were raised

to treat our neighbors.

And this isn’t an isolated incident.

This is the second ruling this winter pushing back on the same

approach by Goehring and the Industrial Commission.

When the same pattern keeps showing up, folks start to see what’s

really going on.

Look at the AI data centers too.

The issue isn’t whether these projects are good or bad.

It’s when the rules get bent to favor the powerful instead of the

people who actually live here.

That’s when trust breaks.

That’s when communities get hurt.

Enough is enough.

North Dakotans deserve leaders and decisions that put people first

– not the powerful.

Rural families, landowners, and working folks should never be

treated as an afterthought.

It's time to stand up, speak out, and insist on fairness for the people

who call this place home.

Goehring and the Industrial Commission have a track record of

voting for your taxpayer money to go to multi-billion dollar out-ofstate corporations.

It's time for change. #agriculture #FarmCrisis #CorporateTakeOver

#PeopleOverPolitics #pipeline

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From District 4A Representative Lisa DeVille

Birth Right Citizenship

History is being dragged back in ways that should concern all

of us.

In the 1800’s case of Elk v. Wilkins, the Supreme Court denied

John Elk citizenship even though he was born on this land. A

Native man was told he did not belong in the country that

claimed authority over him.

Now, nearly 150 years later, Donald Trump’s administration is

using that same case to challenge birthright citizenship.

A ruling rooted in the exclusion of Native people to redefine

who belongs here today.

102 years ago, the Indian Citizenship Act finally recognized

Native people as citizens in our own country. That came long

after it should have.

So when this history is brought back into modern arguments,

we should be asking what it really represents.

We cannot move forward by relying on the same logic that

once denied our people their rights, their place, and their

sovereign status.

We have already lived that history. Let’s not repeat it.

barriers for people who are already eligible to vote under state

law.

The absentee ballot piece is especially troubling. In many parts

of the country, including North Dakota, people rely on absentee

voting because of distance, work, or weather. If access to that

depends on whether your name lines up perfectly in a

centralized system, you’re going to see eligible voters get

caught in the cracks.

States have long held authority over how elections are run, and

that includes how voters are verified. A nationwide system

pushed through executive action is likely to be challenged as

overstepping that authority. As it should be.

A national voter list can be discriminatory in practice, affecting

rural residents, Native communities, lower-income voters, and

frequent movers due to incomplete or outdated data. Since

registration isn’t required in North Dakota, relying on a federal

list could exclude eligible voters if their information doesn’t

match or is missing. This system can create equal protection

Representative Lisa Finley-DeVille

concerns by disproportionately burdening certain groups,

potentially treating voters differently based on geography,

Voter’s List

income, or documentation access.

North Dakota is the only state in the country without voter

I also question whether a president can effectively change how

registration, which makes Trumps order on creating a

states manage voter eligibility without Congress. Courts should

national voter list very concerning. States don’t keep a list

be skeptical of that kind of move, especially when it interferes

of voters ahead of time. They generally verify eligibility

with existing state systems or risks unequal access to voting.

when people show up, and it’s worked for a long time

This is the kind of idea that’s going to spend more time in court

without a lot of issues.

than in practice, and there’s a strong chance major parts of it

That’s why Trumps this voter list seems to have ulterior

don’t hold up.

motives. It assumes every state should operate the same

way, when in reality election systems are built around local

Let’s hope the courts see this for what it really is, the latest

needs and are left for each state to decide the process. In a

attempt of disenfranchisement.

rural state like ours, simplicity matters. Adding a federal

layer risk creating confusion, outdated records, and more

Continue on next column.

Representative Lisa Finley-DeVille

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From District 4A Representative Lisa DeVille

Public Comment on the Proposed Amended and Restated Election

Ordinance Submitted regarding the proposed amendments to the

Election Code of the MHA Nation submitted by Lisa DeVille

As an enrolled member, lifelong resident, and elected public servant of

the MHA people, these are my recommendations for the proposed

election ordinances. The election laws of the Nation must protect the

authority of the tribal membership and ensure that the people retain

meaningful control over their tribal government. Any changes to the

Election Ordinance should strengthen participation, transparency, and

accountability and not weaken our ability to self-govern.

directly. This document has major implications for the governance of

the Nation, and tribal members deserve the opportunity to

understand the changes before further action is taken.

The proposed language draft appears to eliminate mail-in voting for

referendum elections and instead requires voting to occur in person.

This change would create significant barriers for many tribal

members, particularly those who live off the reservation. Mail-in

voting for referendum elections should be maintained, as it has

historically allowed all members to participate in important decisions

Term limits should be established for both the Tribal Chairman and

members of the Tribal Business Council. Service should be limited to

eight consecutive years for both positions. Term limits encourage

leadership development, prevent the concentration of power, and

ensure that new voices from the membership have an opportunity to

serve the Nation.

affecting the Nation.

Concerns also exist regarding the proposed requirement that 30

percent of eligible voters participate in a referendum to be declared

valid. There is no description of what eligible voters constitutes. Is it

based on current participation levels in the previous general election

There should be consideration for creating one at-large Tribal Business

Council seat representing enrolled members who live off the

reservation. Many enrolled members live outside the reservation

boundaries but remain part of the Nation. An at-large seat would

ensure they have representation while maintaining strong local

representation for residents of the six segments. There should also be

discussion regarding how voting is structured for members who reside

off the reservation. Some members who do not live on the reservation

still vote on matters that directly impact residents who live with the daily

effects of tribal policy. One option to consider is allowing off-reservation

members to vote for Tribal Chairman and the off-reservation at-large

representative. This issue should be openly discussed with the

membership before any changes are made.

Individuals convicted of felony offenses should not be eligible to run for

Tribal Chairman or the Tribal Business Council. Leadership positions

should reflect the highest standards of integrity and trust.

or overall membership?

The latter threshold may be extremely difficult to reach and could

effectively undermine the referendum process. Many non-resident

members must travel long distances and pay significant costs for

gas, lodging, food, and time away from work to vote in person. The

referendum process is one of the few ways tribal members can

directly influence the direction of their government and should remain

accessible.

The Election Ordinance should reflect the principle that the

government serves the people of the Nation. Any changes should

increase transparency, participation, and accountability. I respectfully

request that the Tribal Business Council hold public hearings across

Before adopting a 53-page election ordinance, the Tribal Business

Council should conduct public hearings in each of the six segments of

the reservation. These hearings should allow the Council to explain the

proposed changes, explain the intent behind the changes, and allow

tribal members the opportunity to ask questions and provide comments

all six segments and ensure that the voices of the tribal membership

guide any final decisions.

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For Your Information

Mandaree Warriors Participated in the Central North Dakota

Conference (CNDC) Track Meet at The Minot Dome.

Submitted by Lisa DeVille

On Thursday, April 2nd

the high school CNDC

early season track meet

was held at the Minot

Dome.

The

Mandaree

Warriors High School

track

team

participated.

Amiah DeVille going for 2nd place.

Although

our

granddaughter Amiah

(7th grader) ran on a

soar ankle she took

2nd in the 1 mile run.

She did not run her 2nd

event the 800 meters.

My nephew Morgan

Fettig took 2nd place in the 1-mile run, 2nd in the 800

meters and 12th in the 400

meters. Congratulations to

Amiah and Morgan and the

Mandaree Warriors track

team

for

their

participation. This past

March,

the

Mandaree

Warriors high school boys

and girls track team

participated

in

the

Williston Indoor tract and

field meet. Congratulations

to them for showing up

and participating in the

events. Our granddaughter

Amiah ( 7th grader) took

2nd place in the mile and

5th in the 800 meters

Morgan Fettig going for 2nd

place.

Outdoor Grilling Safety

What You’ll Need: Make sure to have the

right items on hand. Tools: Water, metal

bucket or container, aluminum foil, and a

stirring utensil, such as metal tongs. Use a

hot coals container for disposal if available on

your public lands. Cellphone: Call 911

immediately in case of emergency– if embers

fly out of the charcoal grate and catch surrounding vegetation on fire.

Know Before You go: Call or check online for grilling restrictions,

Search for outdoor campfire restrictions followed by your location,

local parks and recreation organizations, or public lands agency. Don’t

use charcoal grills if a campground area or event rules prohibit them.

Check the weather: Don’t use charcoal grills in hazardous, dry, or

windy conditions. Check the grill type: If available, opt to use a

propane or electric grill instead of a charcoal grill. These types of grills

are safer, as they don’t typically spread embers the way charcoal grills

do. Never use water on a grease fire: If a grease flare-up occurs,

turn off the burners or fuel source if it’s safe to do so, then close the

grill lid to smother the flames by cutting off oxygen. If using a charcoal

grill, close the top and bottom vents once you put the lid on. Use a fire

extinguisher rated for grease fires (called a “Class B” fire) or baking

soda to fully suppress the flames. For information on how to grill

safely, visit the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) grilling and

cooking sites and the US FEMA site.

Extinguish Your Coals: Drown, pour lots of water on the coals until the

hissing sound stops, drowning all the embers. Let coals cool down

before handling. Stir: Use your utensil to stir the water with the coals

and mix well until no embers are exposed or smoldering, not just the

red one. Drown: Continue adding water until all coals are cool. Feel:

Hover the back of your hand over the coals to feel the embers are cool

don’t leave without making sure your fire is entirely out. Properly

dispose of coals: Pack it in. Pack it out. Wrap coals in foil. When the

ash has completely cooled off, wrap coals in aluminum foil. Dispose

safely in the correct bins. Once you have made sure coals are

completely cooled off and wrapped up, dispose in a non-combustible

outdoor trash bin, not on the ground. If using a personal metal

container, cover with lid and pack out what you carry in. If using a

large public bin, carefully place the wrapped coals into the bin. Always

remember outdoor grilling is a great way to bring people together and

enjoy delicious foods. But it’s your responsibility to follow these tips to

ensure outdoor grilling safety.

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NHSC College April Happenings

Campus Updates:

April 3rd-April 6th-Campus Closed for Easter Break

Campus Events:

April 1st– Lunch & Learn-Indigenous Health @ Noon in Room 37

April 2nd– Campus Lunch @ Noon in Room 37

April 7th-Soil Blocking Workshop in Twin Buttes Wellness Center @ 5pm

April 9th-Transplanting Workshop in Four Sisters Greenhouse @ 4pm

April 10-Cultural Book kit Session @ 4:30pm in the NHSC cafeteria

April 11th-Early Learning Workshop in the NHSC cafeteria 8:30am-4pm

April 14th-NHSC Career/College Fair at New Town High School 9am-2pm

April 16th-Monthly Job Service Visit 9am-1pm in Room 37

April 17th-Head Start Science Day from 8am-1pm

April 20th-MHA Traditional Corn Workshop in Twin Buttes Wellness Center @ 5pm

April 21st-Storm Family Study Night @ 4:30pm

April 21st MHA Traditional Corn Workshop in Twin Buttes Wellness Center @ 5pm

April 23rd-Soil Blocking Workshop at Mandaree Elders Meal Site @ 4:30pm

April 24th– Cultural Book Kit Session in the Twin Buttes Wellness Center @ 4:30pm

April 27th-MHA Traditional Corn Workshop at Mandaree Elders Meal Site @ 5pm

April 28th-Free Lunch @ Noon in Room 27

April 28th– MHA Traditional Corn Workshop at Mandaree Elders Meal Site @ 5pm

Online Events:

Mondays– Parable Reading & Prayer @ 12 pm (Contact Iman)

Wednesdays-Grief & Loss Talking Circle @ Noon (Contact Iman)

Academics:

April 10th– Last Day to withdraw/Drop with record

April 30th– Last Day to apply for Summer Admissions

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NHSC College April 2026 Calendar

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Mandaree Meal site Menu For April

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For Your Information

Mandaree Celebration Bingo!

The 2025-26 Mandaree

Celebration Committee will

have bingo every Sunday

at the Water Chief Hall with

the early birds at 4:00pm

and the regular session at

4:30pm.

The Mandaree Celebration Committee would like to

inform the bingo players; that wakes or any

emergency event or bad weather will take

precedence over our bingo.

Come support your local celebration committee!

Your support is greatly appreciated!

Congratulations To Mrs. Polly Chase

On behalf of West Segment we

would like to congratulate

Mrs. Polly Chase who was

recently selected as

Remarkable Women a life of

service.

She was featured on KX News

Zihx Ahdish Mandaree Jump House

The Mandaree Jump house will be open for

private parties ONLY. You can see what the jump

house has to offer on page 8.

The cost is $300.00

For your reservation you may contact Echo

Claymore at 701-421-4689

Pathway’s To Recovery Schedule

Wednesdays: Women’s Meeting 6:00pm at Care

Center

Fridays: AA Meetings 7:00pm at Care Center

Sundays: AA/NA Men’s Zoom Meeting with Verdell

Thunderhorse at 7:00pm.

Contact Information:

Todd McKenzie: (701)502-9158

Verdell Thunderhorse: (715)501-8491

Aris Reimer Finley: (701) 421-0610

Donald McKenzie: (701)690-0308

Ursula Stiffarm: 701-421-9430

Ze human Chazierman: (701)421-5343

CARE BUILDING

Numbers for Your Convenience

Water Chief Hall : (701) 759-3377

Mandaree One Stop: (701) 759-3609

Wolf Chief Store & More: (701) 759-3140

West Segment Elders Advocate Rosie Johnson:

at (701) 759-3377 ext.227 Her cell (701) 421-8519.

Mandaree Clinic: Monday-Friday from 8:00am to

4:30pm phone 759-3422

Mandaree School: 759-3311

Mandaree Elders Program: 759-3092

Mandaree Emergency Services: 759-3492 & Fax:

759-3497

Mandaree Transfer Station: 759-3641

LIHEAP Fuel Assistance: 627-2364 & Fax: 6272664

Tribal Police: 627-3617

MHA Drug Enforcement: (701) 862-4280

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For Your Information

2026 MHA Nation Celebration Schedule

• Four Bears Celebration: May 21-24, 2026, in New

Town at the 4bears Casino

•Twin Buttes Celebration: June 18-21, 2026, in Twin

Buttes.

•Parshall Celebration: June 26-28, 2026 south of

Parshall.

•White Shield Celebration: July 10-12, 2026, in White

Shield.

•Mandaree Celebration: July 17-19, 2026, in

Mandaree.

•Little Shell Celebration: August 7-9, 2026, in New

Town.

War Bonnet Parade Dances Schedule

MHA Jobs Available

Fort Bethold Rural Water:

Four Bears War

Bonnet Parade on

Saturday, April 18,

2026



WTP Operator-Mandaree: Open date: 4/6/26 Closing: 4/24/26 Level IV

Utilities:

Wastewater Technician Reservation wide: Open: 3/30/26 Closing:

4/17/26.

HR: 701-627-4781: Email: recruitment@mhanation.com

Santee

Lucky

Mound War Bonnet

Parade Dance on

Sunday, April 26,

2026



Wolf Chief Store & More

Wolf Chief Store and More is able to accept

electronic payments:

Hours: Monday-Friday-7am-7pm

Saturday: 10:00am-6:00pm

Phone: 701-759-3609



Arikara War Bonnet Parade Dance on

Saturday, May 2, 2026

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For Your Information

Just to inform you all that Tribal Health insurance has moved from in the

business office at Elbowoods to the new Community Health Resource

Building.

Sarah Smith

Admin Assistant

MHA Nation Tribal Insurance

e-mail: s.smith@mhanation.com

Office: 833-551-0859

Cell: 701-421-7280

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Mandaree EMS Update for Your Information

Hello Friends and Relatives,

SPRING is here, and with

that comes nicer weather

and longer days.

Please be mindful of the

youth out and about more,

walking, playing and 4

wheeling.

Every year we get called for an ATV accident involving both

adults and children. Always wear a DOT-compliant helmet,

goggles, long sleeves, long pants, gloves, and over-the-ankle

boots when riding an ATV. Helmets are critical, as head

injuries are a leading cause of fatalities in ATV accidents.

Protective clothing also helps prevent abrasions and injuries

from falls or collisions. Single-rider ATVs should never carry

passengers, and two-passenger ATVs should carry only one

passenger. Ensure the ATV is sized correctly for the rider to

maintain control and stability.

Ride off-highway only, except when crossing roads safely

and legally. Avoid riding under the influence of alcohol or

drugs. Maintain a safe speed and ride only on designated

trails. Use active riding techniques on sit-astride ATVs to

shift body weight for slope stability. Check the vehicle’s load

and towing capacity, and ensure cargo is balanced and

secured.

If you are injured or witness an injury do not move the

person as they could have a spine injury. Only move a

person if there is imminent danger. Do not let them get up,

keep them calm and you may have to hold their head to

keep it from moving.

Call 911 ASAP. You can call 911 and put phone on speaker

mode so your hands are free to hold the persons head still.

If there is any bleeding, always apply pressure and do not let

go until help or EMS arrives. If you would like to learn more

just contact one of the EMS providers. If you can't contact an

EMS provider, just call 911 and let them know you would

like a call back. Have fun and be safe.

Josie Bingen, Registered Nurse

West S egment New s April 2026

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For Your Information

Hay Draw Café:

Native Printing LLC is Open

Daily breakfast & Lunch

specials will be different

daily.

For All Your Printing Needs

Customers can call in and

place an order and the

food will be made for you.

You can call 759-3140.

If you have any questions,

you can call the Manager

Lindsey Fox at 421-6347

Hay Draw Café Hours:

Native Enrolled Member in the Mandaree Area:

We offer the following:

Embroidery

Sublimation

Vinyl Heat Press

DTF (Direct to Fill)

Silk Screen Services

Phone: (701) 421-1027

Email: nativeprinting_nt@yahoo.com

Open Monday through Friday

Mandaree Field Clinic

8:00am to 4:00pm

The Mandaree Clinic will be open Monday

through Friday from 8:00am to 4:30pm with a

break from noon to 12:30pm.

Closed on Weekends

Café Manager: Lindsey Fox 421-6347

Wolf Chief Store

Monday –Friday 7am– 7pm

Saturday: from 10am-6pm

Store Manager: at (701) 759-3609

For Hot Stuff & pizza orders call the store and they

will prepare you pizza.

Mandaree Post Office:

Post Office Hours Monday-Friday: 12:004:00pm

Saturday Hours: 11:00am-1:00pm

Main Phone Line: (701) 353-8540

Family Nurse Practitioner, David Emmons, will

be the Primary Provider and he will be

available on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays

and Fridays.

Please Note: The Family Nurse PractitionerDavid Emmons will not be at the clinic on

Wednesdays.

The clinic will remain open on Wednesday for

appointment set up.

St. Anthony’s Catholic Church Schedule:

Saturday: 7:30 pm New Town

Sunday: 8:30am New Town

Sunday: 11:00am Mandaree

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For Your Information

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For Your Information

Who am I to you??

Indian Health Service

Human metapneumovirus

I may be totally off on this assumption, but I believe one of the

most difficult situations that we can experience today is defending

(HMPV) is a respiratory virus that

our personal religious faith beliefs. Wait, let me rephrase that and

can affect people of all ages,

say, defending our faith beliefs is not just one of the most difficult

especially young children, older

situations we face, it is THE most difficult situation we face in our

adults, and those with weakened

lives. That statement sounds like a play on words, but it isn’t. Given

the fact that we, as human beings, do experience, in time, quite a

immune systems. Cases have

few difficult situations in our lives. Ranging from physical to

recently increased in parts of the

emotional to financial to family to employment to retirement, and

United States.

many more situations, too numerous to be mentioned now. When

You can help prevent the spread

questioned, we are quick to come up with an explanation of why

these situations are so bothersome, so difficult. To the point where by washing your hands often, cleaning frequently touched

these situations overwhelm our ability to even deal with them. And surfaces, and staying home when you're sick. Learn

because of this, the result is that we have very little to offer as a

defense. Unfortunately, it happens all too often. Fortunately, it does more: https://www.cdc.gov/human-metapneumovirus

not have to be so. We can become more proficient at knowing and

understanding how to use a specific defense, when the situation

presents itself, if we are better prepared to do so. How...?

When it comes to defending our faith beliefs, we have more than

adequate support to become proficient at defending what we believe

or come to believe to be true; concerning God the Father, Jesus the

Christ and the Holy Spirit the Paraclete. Initially we have the words

from bible scripture. The conversations, the teachings of Jesus the

Christ. The various situations experienced by the Apostles; the

closest followers of Jesus. All recorded for us to read and study. To

take in the possibilities of what our faith beliefs can do for us. How

the words and teachings of Jesus can bring us to an existence so

much more wonderful than what we experience today, in real time.

To help guide us to our own opinion that Jesus is who He says He

is…and so much more. Not just for the life situations of the bible

scripture era people, but for all who have followed Him from that

timeline to the present day. That includes all of us. Defending our

belief should be more than manageable if we keep our heads on

straight and our hearts open wide to His voice.

In bible scripture, Jesus is quoted as asking a specific question of

His Apostles. His question to them was…” who do you say that I

am?” No doubt a test of their true faith belief in Him. Their initial

silence was interrupted by Simon Peter’s answer to Jesus’ question.

“We know and have come to believe that you are the holy one…the

Son of God.” That was the correct answer then, is now, and will be

forever. Were you to be asked today, “who is Jesus to YOU?” How

do you think you would answer? Would you be able to defend your

answer? A point to ponder.

Deacon Dan Barone

May God Bless you Always

St. Anthony Catholic Church

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For Your Information

Beautification Program Services

How Hay Draw Got It’s Name

Beautification program offers

services to all enrolled

members.

I’d like to thank all who were involved to

make this restaurant and grill possible.

I feel it is a need for our community

Here is a list of Services they

offer:

members and non-members to enjoy

this new facility on Fort Berthold Indian

by the old cowboys that this area was

Trash hauls/large items (no

household trash)

called Hay Draw.

•

Reservation. As a young man I was told

•

Home

weatherization

(plastic on windows)

Back then, there were only three pastures, they were called North

Pasture, Middle Pasture & South Pastures. Also, then there were

•

Smoke Alarm installation

three fence lines that separated these three pastures. The middle

•

Gutter cleaning

pasture fence line ran from the reservation line west of Mandaree and

•

Raking and bagging leaves

•

Move/Haul jobs

•

Garden tilling/tree planting (trees on supplied)

•

Elder welfare checks

•

Services offered to elders/handicapped/single parent

families with children under 14 only with accepted

application:

•

Snow removal/lawn care services for duration of season.

•

Other services offered to all members with accepted

application.

•

Building demolitions

ran east towards Independence. From the river by lost bridge to the

middle fence line is the south pasture. The north pasture started by

Bear Den and ran north towards Clarks creek. With respect to all

cowboys and ranchers from two generations ago to the present.

The last two cowboys that were working at Smith camp were feeding

cows by a team of horses, a sleigh and pitchforks around the early

70’s. Smith camp was a well known camp with a barn, corrals and

water in West Segment.

I’m glad to see the younger generation take interest in the sport of

rodeo and ranching on Fort Berthold. All members have a rich story

from two generations ago. Everyone back then helped everyone out

just for a meal and helped with their livestock.

I’m glad to see the changes from the early days to the present and

see all the changes throughout all of these years. I’d also like to see

this new facility grow and succeed for the West Segment community

on the Fort Berthold Indian reservation.

Written by: Bruce A. Fox Sr.

West Segment Resident Elder

Applications can be requested via my email here or I can be

contacted on the Beautification line at 701-897-1569.

Please let me know if you have any other questions.

Hope Baker

Beautification Program Office Administrator

Office: 701-897-1569

Cell: 701-421-5474

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For Your Information

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Obituary

Martha Bird Bear (Owl Woman) "Idaakube-wia", 77, Mandaree and Bismarck, peacefully passed away on Wednesday, March 11, 2026,

surrounded by her loving family in her home in Bismarck.

Martha Yellow Wolf (Owl Woman) “Idaakube-wia” was born July 8, 1948, to John Yellow Wolf and Thelma Yellow Wolf (Young Bear) in

Elbowoods, ND. She was a member of the Knife Clan.

Martha was raised in Elbowoods with her siblings until 1954, when the family relocated to Mandaree. There, she attended Mandaree

Public School, where she graduated. Martha went on to San Pueblo College, completing half of her degree before transferring to the

University of North Dakota, where she graduated and obtained her Master of Education.

On November 26, 1968, Martha married Fritz Bird Bear in Watford City. They made their home in Mandaree where she began her 30-year

Hidatsa Language and Culture teaching career at Mandaree Public Schools. Together they raised their family, teaching them of their

traditions and culture.

Martha was an advisor for the West Segment on Hidatsa culture and tradition, as well as serving on multiple boards and committees for

the Hidatsa Language. More recently, in 2018, Martha taught the Hidatsa Language at the Maagarishda Hidatsa Language School.

Martha loved to travel. Throughout her life, she traveled the country with her family from the East and West Coasts, visiting places such as

New York City, Florida, and Hawaii. She also traveled to Rome, Italy, and Okinawa, Japan, taking in all the sights and trying different

foods. She loved teaching and was very passionate about her culture.

She was a dedicated mother and grandmother, often attending sporting events and powwows to support her family. She was an excellent

cook and was known by her family for making delicious Fry Bread. Martha loved to quilt and bead. She was a devout Catholic and rarely

missed Mass at St. Anthony Church in Mandaree.

To know her was to love her – and she was so very loved. Martha Bird Bear began her eternal life on March 11, 2026, surrounded by her

family in her home in Bismarck. She was preceded in death by her parents; baby daughter, Cora Lee; sons, Calvin Bird Bear and Fritz

Damon Bird Bear Jr.; grand-daughter, Cedar Rose Jarski; brothers, Bert, Tony, and Raymond Yellow Wolf; Sisters, Victoria Tarrant,

Kathleen Charles, Katherine Romero, Delphine Yellow Wolf, Veronica Good Iron, and Frances Wolf; and many aunts, uncles, and

extended family.

Martha’s Cherished family; survived by her husband, Fritz Bird Bear; daughter, Anna Bird Bear; Grandchildren, Gerard Jarski Jr., Samuel

Lincoln, John Hawkins, Delphine Bird Bear, and Prim Berly Bird Bear; Great-grandchildren, Opal Martha Shay Jarski, Kayloni Rose

McCarty, and Joshua Damon Ramos; Sister, Mary Gachupin; Half-Siblings, Les Yellow Wolf and Joan Church; Special Daughter, Nora

Packineau; and many nieces, nephews, and cousins.

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Obituary

Celebrating Our Beloved

Martha Bird Bear

“Idaakube-wia” Owl Woman

July 8,1948~March 11, 2026

Wake:

St. Anthony Catholic Church Mission

Mass of Christian Burial:

Monday, March 15, 2026 at 10:00am

Mandaree, North Dakota

St. Anthony Catholic Church Mission

Sunday, March 15, 2926 at 5:00pm

Mandaree, North Dakota

Senior Pallbearer:

Gloria Fast Dog

Celebrant:

Father Roger A.Synek

Active Pallbearers:

Will Reeves

Dillion Fox

Shiloh Baker

Sam Lincoln

Gavin Poitra

John Hawkins

Rylan Baker

Honorary Pallbearers:

All of Martha’s many friends and coworkers

Interment:

Yellow Wolf Family Cemetery

Mandaree, North Dakota

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Obituary

Emery Chauncey Good Bird Jr., 69, passed away on Friday, March 20, 2026, in Mandaree, North Dakota.

Emery Chauncey Good Bird Jr. was born on September 6, 1956, in Stanley, ND, to Charlotte Young and Emery Good

Bird Sr. He was a member of the Prairie Chicken Clan and a child of the Knife Clan.

Emery or “Chauncey,” as many knew him by was an Army brat and resided in numerous places in his younger years,

but later relocated to Mandaree, ND, which he made his forever home. Chauncey attended and graduated from

Mandaree Public School in 1974.

Chauncey proudly served in the United States Army, dedicating 3 years of his life to the service of this country. During

his time in the Army, he excelled at basketball and had the opportunity to play overseas. He’d often receive a phone

call from his favorite uncle Arnie telling him that the “Purple People Eaters” had a basketball tournament, and without

hesitation, he’d jump on a plane and fly out, then later return back to base. On September 15, 1981, he was

honorably discharged.

Chauncey returned home and later attended college at Chief Dull Knife Community College in Lame Deer, MT. He got

his coaching certificate out of Williston, ND, and put it to great use for many years. Chauncey loved supporting the

Mandaree Warriors and especially his children in whatever sport they played.

Those who knew him best understood that teasing was his way of acknowledging you. He had a one of a kind laugh

known as the “Good Bird” laugh.

Chauncey loved and cherished each and every one of his grandbabies, whom they all called “Papa.” He shared a

special bond with his namesake, Little Emree, who was his world.

Chauncey will be greatly missed and forever loved by all who knew him.

Emery is survived by his children, Emery III, Christopher, CJ, Derris, Steven, Chance, Emelee, Austin, Rachelle,

Zane, Marla, and Donovan; siblings; aunties, Ina Mae Driver, Dorris Spotted Bird; Uncle, Leonard Good Bird; and his

lifelong companion, Loretta Lone Bear. Emery is also survived by his devoted canine companion, “You”, who

remained by his side, providing him with loyalty, comfort and unconditional love.

Emery is reunited with his grandma, Lena Elk; parents; children; sister, Ruby; brothers, Darryl Red Eagle and Eddie;

uncles, Arnie and Herman; aunties, Betty Ann and Darlene.

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In Loving Memory

Emery “Chauncey” Good Bird

“Big Bad Spirit” Iraaxihdia Ishiash

September 6, 1956~March 20, 2026

Funeral Services:

Saturday, March 28, 2026 at 11:00am

Wake:

Friday, March 27, 2026 at 5:00pm

Water Chief Hall in Mandaree, ND

Water Chief Hall in Mandaree, ND

Officiating:

Pastor Damon Sturm

Senior Pallbearers:

Karen Walks & Shylo Baker

Active Pallbearers:

Donovan

Baby Dennis

Big Mike

John HA

Rick Jr.

Ronnie Jr.

Kaycen John

Ryland

Honorary Pallbearers:

Greg Wilkinson

Dan Porter Crew

Kenny Ayers

Bruce Young Bird

Neal Hale

Bruce Fox

Daryl Finley and All Those That He Teased.

Grave Site Services Interment:

Emery Good Bird Family Cemetery

Mandaree, North Dakota

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Obituary

Patricia Pauleen Christine Lincoln, 33, passed away on Sunday, March 29, 2026, at Sanford Medical Center in Fargo, North Dakota.

Patricia Pauleen Christine Lincoln was born on November 6, 1992 to Monte Lincoln and Nina Denise White Owl at McKenzie County Hospital in

Watford City. She was an enrolled member of Mandan Hidatsa and Arikara Nation, and a member of the Dripping Dirt Clan. Patricia liked to be

called Patty and had many other nicknames.

Patty’s education journey began at the Little Plume Headstart in Mandaree. Her teachers during that time were Jeanine Spotted Horse and

Andrietta Touchine. Patty attended school in Mandaree Public school and this is where her warrior pride began and also where she would meet

her bestest friends that would remain her best friends into her adult life who would later become her sisters and share many memories and

adventures and become her partners in crime.

She was such a Mandaree Warrior and Duke fan through and through. She became one of the biggest supporters of the Mandaree School and

you could find a lot of Blue Devils attire in her closet.

Patty loved attending and being generous to the powwows... especially Mandaree Celebration and even served as Jr. Princess in 2001. Patty,

with her loving and generous heart, was always so understanding and never refused anyone asking her for help. Patty contributed to the

Mandaree Celebration whenever she was called on.

Patty loved her horses and spent a lot of time with them. She named her precious horses George Strait, Sweetie, Champion, and her favorite

horse of all time was Hunk.

And this one time…Patty hung out with her sister Jazz one night where they called her friend Kenny Little Dog. Jazz got scared and threw the

phone at Patty and then Kenny threw the phone at Jacob, and this is where their love story began. Within this union they welcomed their two

beautiful children, Princess and Linda.

Later…Patty met Cory Johnson Sr. and during their union they welcomed their two beautiful children Cory JR and Nancy. Then after they

remained friends and enjoyed co-parenting.

Patty loved all her children and God children very much. She loved to spoil them any chance she could get they meant the world to her.

These last few years of her life she fell in love with, and whom she spent the rest of her days with, Ethan “Grandpa” Fritsch. They created a life

and home in Bismarck, ND. They enjoyed traveling, attending concerts, and endless casino trips with their fur baby Gypsy.

Patty was the oldest of her siblings and was the best big sister. She always tried her best to be there for them when any life event or milestones

would take place. Patty always supported with lots and lots of love.

She had a special place in her heart for some of her close relatives, such as her “sister” Nolan, who would call her “Brother” as an inside joke,

Patricia’s special uncle Keith White Owl Sr. who stayed by her side from the beginning to the end, and also her “bestest sissy” & childhood

friend Peanut, who she’s been inseparable from since kindergarten.

Patty held a special place in her heart with God and was always praying for everyone she held so dear to her heart. You could always find her

with her personal bible that she would turn to daily.

Patricia is survived by Parents, Monte & Denise Lincoln; Aunts, Jolene Swift Eagle, Amanda McKenzie, Terry Logg, Mayda Logg, OnaLee

(Benner) Johnson and Eldora Poitra; Sisters, Jerrilane Lincoln (Dakota), Nancy Lincoln (Jethro GB), Frannina Lincoln (Kolby), Amber Black

Hawk, Passion Lincoln, Hailey Morgan (Terrence), Delaine Clairmont, Twins Lorrae & Raeann, Ashly Hall, Desiraey Bolman (Potato), Peanut

Huntsalong (Tifa); Brothers, Brayon Lincoln, Moon Hunter McKenzie; Children, Princess, Linda, Cory Jr and Baby Nancy.

Patricia is preceded in death by Paternal Grandparents, Michael and Victoria Lincoln; Maternal Grandparents, Gerald and Frances Smith;

Grandparents, Connie White Body and Wayne White Body Jr.; Brothers, Steven Swift Eagle, Raven Hale, Charles Hale II, Matthew Yellow Wolf

Jr, Robert White Owl; Sisters, Audrey Irwin, Rachel Hale, and Jasmine White Owl.

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In Loving Memory Of

Patricia Lincoln “Yellow Hair” (ara ciirish)

November 6, 1992~March 29, 2026

Wake Services:

Thursday, April 2, 2026 ~5:00pm

Funeral Services:

Friday, April 3, 2026~10:00am

Water Chief Hall ~ Mandaree, ND

Water Chief Hall~Mandaree, ND

Officiating:

Pastor Beau Medicine Crow

Eulogist:

Marcus Levings

Senior Pallbearer:

Megan Danks

Active Pallbearers:

Van Troy Hale, Raymond Yellow Wolf III., John Bird

Bear, Jayden White Owl, Moon McKenzie,

Riders:

Johnson, Vigen & Chase Family

Garrette Vigen, Paul Jones White Owl,

James White Owl, Damon Hopkins, Alliaz White Owl,

Eaglescout Irwin

Honorary Pallbearers:

Jordan Baker, Shaylyn Deane-Gant, Delaine Clairmont, Amber Howe, John Smith, Nolan Davis,

Ethan Fritsch, Tifaimoana Puletasi, Keith White Owl Jr., Hailey Morgan, Lorrae Yellow Wolf, Raeann

Yellow Wolf, Sierra Flying Horse, Tony IU, Paul Rosario Sr., Tanner Lone Bear Smith, Miles C,

Coach Chuck Wells, Charles Moran Sr., Willis Sage, Ivan Johnson “Husband” TaTeona Hunts Along,

Desiraey Bolman, Aaron Morningstar, Richard Hosie, Devin Yellow Wolf, Ashly Hall, Dylan Costello,

Patty Jo Thomas, Verna Lone Bear, Patsy Levang, Morgan Fettig, Jason DeVille, Michael DeVille,

Joseph Fragoza, Aaron Howe,

Marie Spotted Horse, Buzz Phelps, Lisa Young Bear, Jessee Vigen, Stacey & Delberta, Hailey Vigen,

Arline Dale Baker, Jamie Good Bird, Dana Lone Bear

Final Resting Place:

White Owl Family Cemetery

Mandaree, North Dakota

West S egment New s April 2026

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On behalf of West Segment it with

great sorrow that we extend our

sincere Sympathy to the families and

relatives of Martha Bird Bear, to

Emery “Chauncy “ Good Bird and

Patty Lincoln family and relatives.

May our Creator comfort all of you

during this sorrowful time.

Sincerely

Councilwoman Gladys Sherry Turner

-Lone Fight and Personnel

Happy Birthday Wishes To Our Elders!!

Veronica Serdahl

Ethan Hall

Claryca Mandan

Sheila Jenner

Clayton Danks

Eldora Poitra

JoAnn Keehn

Paula Danks

Clement Baker

Please forgive us if we forgot to mention your name,

it was not done intentionally.